For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,032 students in 48203, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48203, MI are George Washington Carver Elementary School, Barber Elementary School and Nolan Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48203 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48203, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48203, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Washington Carver Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14510 2nd Ave
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 865-6024
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 865-6024
Gr: PK-4 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Barber Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
45 E Buena Vista St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(614) 623-5345
Highland Park, MI 48203
(614) 623-5345
Gr: PK-8 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 121:1
Rank: #33.
Nolan Elementarymiddle School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1150 E Lantz St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-7730
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-7730
Gr: PK-8 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
48203, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ace Academy (Sda) - Calumet Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
330 Glendale St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 868-8368
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 868-8368
Gr: 6-12 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 97%
330 Glendale
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 868-8368
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 868-8368
Gr: 4-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
330 Glendale
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 852-7506
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 852-7506
Gr: 5-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
17501 Brush Street
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-9700
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-9700
Gr: PK-6 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
200 Highland St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 869-1000
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 869-1000
Gr: K-8 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Career Academy/adult Education Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
Glendale At Second Ave
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3007
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3007
Gr: 9-12
138 Cortland St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3003
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3003
Gr: K-5
Creative Learning Center Highland Park (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
14104 Woodward Ave
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 564-8619
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 564-8619
Gr: 9-12
Field Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
19670 Cameron Street
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-3310
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-3310
Gr: PK-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
744 W. Adeline Street
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-5860
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-5860
Gr: PK-5 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
17501 Brush Street
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-9700
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-9700
Gr: PK-6 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
131 Pilgrim St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3004
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3004
Gr: PK-8 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
131 Pilgrim St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3005
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3005
Gr: 9-12 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
16535 Joslyn
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3000
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3000
Gr: Inquire with school | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
16535 Joslyn
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3006
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 957-3006
Gr: 7-9 | 484 students Minority enrollment: 99%
1255 E. State Fair
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-7711
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-7711
Gr: K-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
1150 East Lantz St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-7730
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 866-7730
Gr: K-8 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
53 Candler St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 868-2916
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 868-2916
Gr: K-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
25 Ford St
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 285-9185
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 285-9185
Gr: K-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Teen Mothers Program High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
152 Highland
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 252-0422
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 252-0422
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48203, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48203, MI include George Washington Carver Elementary School, Barber Elementary School and Nolan Elementarymiddle School.
How many public preschools are located in 48203?
3 public preschools are located in 48203.
What is the racial composition of students in 48203?
48203 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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